--- title: The Window Blog | protection description: protection | Latest company news and information about Fall Protection, Window Washing & Employee Safety. --- [![GSS_LOGO_white-1](https://content.bostonwindow.biz/hs-fs/hubfs/GSS_LOGO_white-1.png?width=125&name=GSS_LOGO_white-1.png "GSS_LOGO_white-1")](https://content.bostonwindow.biz/blog/tag/generalsafetyservices.com) - Services - [Blog](https://content.bostonwindow.biz/blog) - Contact ![window_washing](https://content.bostonwindow.biz/hs-fs/hubfs/window_washing.jpg?width=1701&name=window_washing.jpg "window_washing") ## The Window Chick Blog [![AdobeStock_83767793](https://content.bostonwindow.biz/hubfs/AdobeStock_83767793.jpeg)](https://content.bostonwindow.biz/blog/tips-for-staying-safe-working-at-high-elevations-and-on-rooftops) ## [Tips for Working at High Elevations](https://content.bostonwindow.biz/blog/tips-for-staying-safe-working-at-high-elevations-and-on-rooftops) Posted by [Susan Ring](https://content.bostonwindow.biz/blog/author/susan-ring) Dec 27, 2018 7:20:53 PM Hazards and dangers are inherent in any job, but when working high up in the air, the risks increase. From roofers, to window cleaners, to construction workers – everyone needs to be prepared for the risks involved in their job while working at a higher elevation. Most accidents that occur are a result of falls but many of these can be prevented. Here are some tips to increase your awareness and help you to stay safe at higher elevations. 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The buildup caused hundreds of roofs to collapse, resulting thousands of dollars in damage, not to mention injuries. Removing snow from a roof can be very dangerous not only to the people involved, but to the roof structure as well. 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But did you also know that many of these accidents can be prevented? Most falls aren't from terribly high roofs. Most falls are from ladders and roofs less than 10 feet high. 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We’re a small but mighty company that appreciates people who are passionate about what they do and take pride in their achievements. Our employees work hard, but we also foster a friendly and supportive environment. 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Unfortunately, some people don't take these federal regulations seriously, resulting in deadly accidents and injuries when it comes to [window washing](https://generalsafetyservices.com/window-cleaning/). 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So when it comes to roof safety, we still need a strong, sturdy fall protection system. 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In fact, 90% of fatal falls occur when no fall protection is in place. As a building owner you're required by law to provide a safe workplace that's designed to prevent workers from falling off of roofs and overhead platforms, or into holes or skylights on the roof surface. 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However, installing a skylight can be quite dangerous for construction personnel. In fact, occupational fatalities caused by falls remain a serious public health problem throughout the United States. Data collected by the [Bureau of Labor Statistics](http://www.bls.gov/data/) (BLS) Census of Fatal Occupational Injuries indicate that falls are one of the leading causes of traumatic injury death in the workplace, accounting for 13.7% of such deaths (808 of 5,900) in 2001. During that year, 23 workers died in falls through skylights, 11 died in falls through existing roof openings, and 24 died in falls through existing oor openings. Most of these deaths occurred in the construction industry \[BLS 2002(a)\]. 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